Lingcod are native to the northeastern Pacific, ranging from Alaska to California, with a large part of the population found off the coast of British Columbia. Lingcod are bottom dwellers found at depths of 10–100 m, with a preference for rocky areas with complex structures and deep drop-offs. The lingcod has a single lateral line. Their coloring is usually mottled brown with gray, green, or reddish variations. They can reach more than 1 m in length and 30 kg in weight. Females are dimorphic, while males commonly do not exceed 90 cm. Lingcod are large predatory fish with a wide mouth full of sharp teeth, preying on a variety of animals including invertebrates (such as octopus) and fish (such as herring, salmon, and rockfish). Lingcod can be jigged nearshore, offshore, or from the shore. Rockfish are a common bycatch when jigging for lingcod. Source: Government of Canada (https://www.dfo-mpo.gc.ca/species-especes/profiles-profils/lingcod-morue-lingue-eng.html)